Article ID | Journal | Published Year | Pages | File Type |
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6786959 | Archives of Psychiatric Nursing | 2016 | 7 Pages |
Abstract
The objective of this study is to analyze the characteristics of social support networks of patients with psychiatric disorders at follow-up to primary care. This is a cross-sectional qualitative research study. Forty-five interviews were held with patients and their supporters. The results showed small and dense networks, with a strong emphasis on the bonds with formal supporters and a scant network of informal supporters. It is recommended to develop strategies to improve social support networks and use this as an outcome indicator related to social integration of these patients and to the quality of services involved with outpatient healthcare.
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Authors
Jacqueline de Souza, LetÃcia Yamawaka de Almeida, Marciana Fernandes Moll, Lucas Duarte Silva, Carla Aparecida Arena Ventura,